The Strategic Success Podcast

In today’s market, a lot of investors are stuck.Interest rates are higher. Insurance and expenses are rising. Deals don’t “pencil” the way they used to. And because of that, many are sitting on the sidelines waiting for the “perfect” opportunity.But what if the deals that build the most wealth don’t look perfect at all?In this episode, Courtney sits down with long-time investor and mentor John Schaub to break down one of his most profitable deals, a property he bought at full price, with little to no cash flow in the beginning, that most investors today would immediately pass on.From that story, they unpack what actually matters when building a Real Estate portfolio that can survive any market cycle, including how to think about interest rates, cash flow, risk, and long-term wealth.This is a conversation about shifting from short-term deal chasing to long-term portfolio thinking.ATTENTION:The information shared in this episode is for educational and informational purposes only and reflects personal experiences and opinions. It is not intended as legal, tax, financial, or investment advice. Real Estate laws, tax rules, and regulations vary by state and situation. Always consult with a qualified attorney, CPA, or other licensed professional before making any Real Estate or financial decisions.Resources from John Schaub:First Episode with Courtney: https://youtu.be/Xav7BbG-TMM?si=eTi3kkW8SySYpDNk 5 Top Lessons Learned from John Schaub: https://youtu.be/Ph1szR1y0-s?si=wZJtvL_NmQRtSJFX John's Website: www.JohnSchaub.comJoin Courtney at her favorite workshop to attend all year: John Schaub and Peter Fortunato, April 18-19th, 2026 in Tampa, Florida. Get your ticket there: https://www.johnschaub.com/product/john-pete-april-2026-tampa-seminar/ John's Best Selling Book, Building Wealth One House at a Time: https://www.amazon.com/dp/1264679556?linkCode=spc&tag=onamzconstrat-20&creativeASIN=1264679556&asc_item-id=amzn1.ideas.1ZG9LKF2ER35&ref_=aip_sf_list_spv_ons_mixed_d_asin John's Most Recent Book, Building Wealth One Newsletter at a Time (a series of his newsletters over the years): https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0FXTQKNYY?linkCode=spc&tag=onamzconstrat-20&creativeASIN=B0FXTQKNYY&asc_item-id=amzn1.ideas.HUO5ESIPQLO5&ref_=aip_sf_list_spv_ofs_d_asin Connect with Courtney Fricke: Instagram: https://instagram.com/courtneyfrickeTikTok: https://tiktok.com/@courtney.fricke Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/courtneyfricke19/X: https://x.com/courtneyfricke YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@courtneyfrickeLinkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/courtney-fricke-705700149/ Website: www.CourtneyFricke.com for more resources.If you found this convo helpful, Subscribe to Courtney's Podcasts with various co-hosts: The Strategic Success Podcast: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL_t1CjX04xMtnNcKPG5LvTh-1m2QVIrY4AI for REI Podcast: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL_t1CjX04xMvxWaWZ6RTzx_Bmfe2Cx2xHLouisiana Real Estate Talks Podcast: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL_t1CjX04xMsUc4TcAH_uyYDMPzzU6xRyMessy Money (Curative Title) Podcast: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL_t1CjX04xMtBIyWGIO5Mvi2FDn2f436N

In this episode, we walk through how to think like a CEO using AI, how to identify what to delegate first, and how to decide what should be a one-off GPT vs an automated system running in the background. This is about building real leverage, not just playing with tools.ATTENTION:The information shared in this episode is for educational and informational purposes only and reflects personal experiences and opinions. It is not intended as legal, tax, financial, or investment advice. Real Estate laws, tax rules, and regulations vary by state and situation. Always consult with a qualified attorney, CPA, or other licensed professional before making any Real Estate or financial decisions.The AI for REI Podcast is a practical, grounded series focused on how Real Estate investors and operators are actually using AI in their businesses. These conversations are not about hype, theory, or shiny tools. They are about real workflows, real decision-making, and real-world use cases for AI inside active Real Estate operations.Subscribe to stay up to date with future AI for REI conversations focused on practical AI use for Real Estate operators who want better thinking tools, not more noise.Connect with Maria Giordano:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/mgiordano01Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/officialmariagiordano/Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@officialmariagiordanoYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@UCnAQoh8D6_m1wuEANBZBD-A Website: https://www.realestateprofitsystem.com/Connect with Courtney Fricke: Instagram: https://instagram.com/courtneyfrickeTikTok: https://tiktok.com/@courtney.fricke Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/courtneyfricke19/X: https://x.com/courtneyfricke YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@courtneyfrickeLinkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/courtney-fricke-705700149/ Website: www.CourtneyFricke.com for more resources.Subscribe to Courtney's Podcasts with various co-hosts: The Strategic Success Podcast: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL_t1CjX04xMtnNcKPG5LvTh-1m2QVIrY4AI for REI Podcast: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL_t1CjX04xMvxWaWZ6RTzx_Bmfe2Cx2xHLouisiana Real Estate Talks Podcast: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL_t1CjX04xMsUc4TcAH_uyYDMPzzU6xRyMessy Money (Curative Title) Podcast: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL_t1CjX04xMtBIyWGIO5Mvi2FDn2f436N

Most investors are taught one rule: if a deal doesn’t cash flow, don’t buy it. But what if that’s incomplete?In this episode, I sit down with Andrew Hasser to break down a real deal he bought that loses $350/month and why he still said yes. We get into something most people are never taught: how to think beyond a single deal and start managing your portfolio as a system, including how to offset risk with other assets and income streams.If you’ve ever wondered whether a negative cash flow deal could make sense, this is a conversation you need to hear.ATTENTION: The information shared in this episode is for educational and informational purposes only and reflects personal experiences and opinions. It is not intended as legal, tax, financial, or investment advice. Real Estate laws, tax rules, and regulations vary by state and situation. Always consult with a qualified attorney, CPA, or other licensed professional before making any Real Estate or financial decisions.Connect with Andrew Hasser: Facebook: facebook.com/andrew.hasserArmed Forces Real Estate Investors Association: https://www.facebook.com/groups/afreiaNorthern Utah Real Estate Investors Association:https://www.facebook.com/groups/northernutahreiaFor information about the Utah Real Estate Exchange, send me an email.Email: andrew@betterpath.netConnect with Courtney Fricke: Instagram: https://instagram.com/courtneyfrickeTikTok: https://tiktok.com/@courtney.fricke Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/courtneyfricke19/X: https://x.com/courtneyfricke YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@courtneyfrickeLinkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/courtney-fricke-705700149/ Website: www.CourtneyFricke.com for more resources.If you found this convo helpful, subscribe to Courtney's Podcasts with various co-hosts: The Strategic Success Podcast: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL_t1CjX04xMtnNcKPG5LvTh-1m2QVIrY4AI for REI Podcast: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL_t1CjX04xMvxWaWZ6RTzx_Bmfe2Cx2xHLouisiana Real Estate Talks Podcast: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL_t1CjX04xMsUc4TcAH_uyYDMPzzU6xRyMessy Money (Curative Title) Podcast: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL_t1CjX04xMtBIyWGIO5Mvi2FDn2f436N

There’s a lot of noise around FinCEN reporting right now, but most investors don’t actually know what triggers it or who has to report. Especially if you do creative or curative deals. We broke it down with two real estate attorneys so you can understand how this actually impacts your deals.FinCen FAQ: https://www.fincen.gov/rre-faqs ATTENTION:The information shared in this episode is for educational and informational purposes only and reflects personal experiences and opinions. It is not intended as legal, tax, financial, or investment advice. Real Estate laws, tax rules, and regulations vary by state and situation. Always consult with a qualified attorney, CPA, or other licensed professional before making any Real Estate or financial decisions.Connect with Arena Collective: Jared Miguez - Jared@ArenaCollective.com John Stephens - John@ArenaCollective.com Podcast: In the Arena PodcastConnect with Courtney Fricke: Instagram: https://instagram.com/courtneyfrickeTikTok: https://tiktok.com/@courtney.fricke Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/courtneyfricke19/X: https://x.com/courtneyfricke YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@courtneyfrickeLinkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/courtney-fricke-705700149/ Website: www.CourtneyFricke.com for more resources.If you found this convo helpful, subscribe to Courtney's Podcasts with various co-hosts: The Strategic Success Podcast: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL_t1CjX04xMtnNcKPG5LvTh-1m2QVIrY4AI for REI Podcast: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL_t1CjX04xMvxWaWZ6RTzx_Bmfe2Cx2xHLouisiana Real Estate Talks Podcast: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL_t1CjX04xMsUc4TcAH_uyYDMPzzU6xRyMessy Money (Curative Title) Podcast: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL_t1CjX04xMtBIyWGIO5Mvi2FDn2f436N

Most investors are using AI like a shortcut. In this episode, we talk about how to actually use it in a wholesaling business to improve training, speed up decision-making, and create leverage without losing the human side of Real Estate.ATTENTION:The information shared in this episode is for educational and informational purposes only and reflects personal experiences and opinions. It is not intended as legal, tax, financial, or investment advice. Real Estate laws, tax rules, and regulations vary by state and situation. Always consult with a qualified attorney, CPA, or other licensed professional before making any Real Estate or financial decisions.The AI for REI Podcast is a practical, grounded series focused on how Real Estate investors and operators are actually using AI in their businesses. These conversations are not about hype, theory, or shiny tools. They are about real workflows, real decision-making, and real-world use cases for AI inside active Real Estate operations.Subscribe to stay up to date with future AI for REI conversations focused on practical AI use for Real Estate operators who want better thinking tools, not more noise.Connect with Maria Giordano:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/mgiordano01Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/officialmariagiordano/Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@officialmariagiordanoYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@UCnAQoh8D6_m1wuEANBZBD-A Website: https://www.realestateprofitsystem.com/Connect with Courtney Fricke: Instagram: https://instagram.com/courtneyfrickeTikTok: https://tiktok.com/@courtney.fricke Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/courtneyfricke19/X: https://x.com/courtneyfricke YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@courtneyfrickeLinkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/courtney-fricke-705700149/ Website: www.CourtneyFricke.com for more resources.Subscribe to Courtney's Podcasts with various co-hosts: The Strategic Success Podcast: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL_t1CjX04xMtnNcKPG5LvTh-1m2QVIrY4AI for REI Podcast: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL_t1CjX04xMvxWaWZ6RTzx_Bmfe2Cx2xHLouisiana Real Estate Talks Podcast: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL_t1CjX04xMsUc4TcAH_uyYDMPzzU6xRyMessy Money (Curative Title) Podcast: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL_t1CjX04xMtBIyWGIO5Mvi2FDn2f436N

Is Louisiana about to change wholesaling laws?We break down House Bill 468, the proposed 14-day cancellation rule, and what it could mean for investors and sellers.To read the bill yourself, check it out here: https://legiscan.com/LA/text/HB468/id/3377706/Louisiana-2026-HB468-Introduced.pdf ATTENTION:The information shared in this episode is for educational and informational purposes only and reflects personal experiences and opinions. It is not intended as legal, tax, financial, or investment advice. Real Estate laws, tax rules, and regulations vary by state and situation. Always consult with a qualified attorney, CPA, or other licensed professional before making any Real Estate or financial decisions.If you’re operating in Louisiana or considering investing here, make sure you’re subscribed. These Louisiana Real Estate Talks episodes are focused on real conditions, real data, and real-world dealmaking, not theory. More Louisiana-specific conversations coming next.Connect with Aussie Steve:YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@UCBFQ_43MCI9tJ8tB6m9q92g Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stephenkeighery/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@stephenkeighery LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/stephenkeighery/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/stephen.keigheryX: https://x.com/stephenkeigheryWebsite: https://homebuyerlouisiana.com/about-us/stephen-keighery/Connect with Courtney Fricke: Instagram: https://instagram.com/courtneyfrickeTikTok: https://tiktok.com/@courtney.fricke Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/courtneyfricke19/X: https://x.com/courtneyfricke YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@courtneyfrickeLinkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/courtney-fricke-705700149/ Website: www.CourtneyFricke.com for more resources.Subscribe to Courtney's Podcasts with various co-hosts: The Strategic Success Podcast: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL_t1CjX04xMtnNcKPG5LvTh-1m2QVIrY4AI for REI Podcast: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL_t1CjX04xMvxWaWZ6RTzx_Bmfe2Cx2xHLouisiana Real Estate Talks Podcast: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL_t1CjX04xMsUc4TcAH_uyYDMPzzU6xRyMessy Money (Curative Title) Podcast: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL_t1CjX04xMtBIyWGIO5Mvi2FDn2f436N

Why Most Real Estate Lists Are a Waste of MoneyMost investors think they need bigger lists to find more deals. In reality, the bigger the list, the more money you burn competing with everyone else pulling the exact same data. In this episode, we break down how we’re using AI to tighten our lists, rank motivation, and focus on the properties most investors overlook. ATTENTION:The information shared in this episode is for educational and informational purposes only and reflects personal experiences and opinions. It is not intended as legal, tax, financial, or investment advice. Real Estate laws, tax rules, and regulations vary by state and situation. Always consult with a qualified attorney, CPA, or other licensed professional before making any Real Estate or financial decisions.The AI for REI Podcast is a practical, grounded series focused on how Real Estate investors and operators are actually using AI in their businesses. These conversations are not about hype, theory, or shiny tools. They are about real workflows, real decision-making, and real-world use cases for AI inside active Real Estate operations.Subscribe to stay up to date with future AI for REI conversations focused on practical AI use for Real Estate operators who want better thinking tools, not more noise.Connect with Maria Giordano:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/mgiordano01Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/officialmariagiordano/Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@officialmariagiordanoYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@UCnAQoh8D6_m1wuEANBZBD-A Website: https://www.realestateprofitsystem.com/Connect with Courtney Fricke: Instagram: https://instagram.com/courtneyfrickeTikTok: https://tiktok.com/@courtney.fricke Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/courtneyfricke19/X: https://x.com/courtneyfricke YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@courtneyfrickeLinkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/courtney-fricke-705700149/ Website: www.CourtneyFricke.com for more resources.Subscribe to Courtney's Podcasts with various co-hosts: The Strategic Success Podcast: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL_t1CjX04xMtnNcKPG5LvTh-1m2QVIrY4AI for REI Podcast: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL_t1CjX04xMvxWaWZ6RTzx_Bmfe2Cx2xHLouisiana Real Estate Talks Podcast: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL_t1CjX04xMsUc4TcAH_uyYDMPzzU6xRyMessy Money (Curative Title) Podcast: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL_t1CjX04xMtBIyWGIO5Mvi2FDn2f436N

AI is moving faster than any of us can keep up with.New tools. New updates. New platforms. Every single week.But here’s the truth most Real Estate investors need to hear: you don’t need to master all of it. You need to use it intentionally.In this episode, Maria and I break down what’s going on in the AI world right now between Anthropic (Claude, OpenClaw) vs OpenAI (ChatGPT) and the Department of War, why everyone feels behind, and how to actually implement AI without derailing your business or chasing shiny objects.If you’ve felt overwhelmed trying to “stay ahead” with AI, this one’s for you.ATTEND MY USING CONTENT FOR DEAL FLOW WORKSHOP: Get your ticket for the March 14-15th, 2026 online workshop at CourtneyFricke.com. Get more details there as well. ATTENTION: The information shared in this episode is for educational and informational purposes only and reflects personal experiences and opinions. It is not intended as legal, tax, financial, or investment advice. Real Estate laws, tax rules, and regulations vary by state and situation. Always consult with a qualified attorney, CPA, or other licensed professional before making any Real Estate or financial decisions.The AI for REI Podcast is a practical, grounded series focused on how Real Estate investors and operators are actually using AI in their businesses. These conversations are not about hype, theory, or shiny tools. They are about real workflows, real decision-making, and real-world use cases for AI inside active Real Estate operations.Subscribe to stay up to date with future AI for REI conversations focused on practical AI use for Real Estate operators who want better thinking tools, not more noise.Connect with Maria Giordano:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/mgiordano01Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/officialmariagiordano/Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@officialmariagiordanoYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@UCnAQoh8D6_m1wuEANBZBD-A Website: https://www.realestateprofitsystem.com/Connect with Courtney Fricke: Instagram: https://instagram.com/courtneyfrickeTikTok: https://tiktok.com/@courtney.fricke Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/courtneyfricke19/X: https://x.com/courtneyfricke YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@courtneyfrickeLinkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/courtney-fricke-705700149/ Website: www.CourtneyFricke.com for more resources.Subscribe to Courtney's Podcasts with various co-hosts: The Strategic Success Podcast: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL_t1CjX04xMtnNcKPG5LvTh-1m2QVIrY4AI for REI Podcast: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL_t1CjX04xMvxWaWZ6RTzx_Bmfe2Cx2xHLouisiana Real Estate Talks Podcast: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL_t1CjX04xMsUc4TcAH_uyYDMPzzU6xRyMessy Money (Curative Title) Podcast: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL_t1CjX04xMtBIyWGIO5Mvi2FDn2f436N

I learned this the hard way.For years, I was executing the “right” Real Estate strategy… according to everyone else. Flip. Sell. Reinvest. Repeat. And I got good at it.But what I actually wanted was time freedom and long-term equity. And the strategy I was copying wasn’t aligned with that.There’s nothing wrong with flipping or running a Real Estate business. But if you don’t get clear on whether you want today money, retirement money, or both, you can wake up years later realizing you built something that doesn’t serve you.ATTEND MY USING CONTENT FOR DEAL FLOW WORKSHOP: Get your ticket for the March 14-15th, 2026 online workshop at CourtneyFricke.com. Get more details there as well.ATTENTION: The information shared in this episode is for educational and informational purposes only and reflects personal experiences and opinions. It is not intended as legal, tax, financial, or investment advice. Real Estate laws, tax rules, and regulations vary by state and situation. Always consult with a qualified attorney, CPA, or other licensed professional before making any Real Estate or financial decisions.Connect with Courtney Fricke: Instagram: https://instagram.com/courtneyfrickeTikTok: https://tiktok.com/@courtney.fricke Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/courtneyfricke19/X: https://x.com/courtneyfricke YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@courtneyfrickeLinkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/courtney-fricke-705700149/ Website: www.CourtneyFricke.com for more resources.If you found this convo helpful, subscribe to Courtney's Podcasts with various co-hosts: The Strategic Success Podcast: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL_t1CjX04xMtnNcKPG5LvTh-1m2QVIrY4AI for REI Podcast: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL_t1CjX04xMvxWaWZ6RTzx_Bmfe2Cx2xHLouisiana Real Estate Talks Podcast: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL_t1CjX04xMsUc4TcAH_uyYDMPzzU6xRyMessy Money (Curative Title) Podcast: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL_t1CjX04xMtBIyWGIO5Mvi2FDn2f436N

In Part Two of this live Clubhouse breakdown, we shift from deal flow strategy to something even more foundational:Your message.Because here’s the reality — most investors don’t have a lead problem.They have a clarity problem.If your marketing says the same thing as everyone else, you will blend into the noise. And when you blend into the noise, you compete on speed and price instead of trust and positioning.ATTEND MY USING CONTENT FOR DEAL FLOW WORKSHOP: Get your ticket for the March 14-15th, 2026 online workshop at CourtneyFricke.com. Get more details there as well. ATTENTION: The information shared in this episode is for educational and informational purposes only and reflects personal experiences and opinions. It is not intended as legal, tax, financial, or investment advice. Real Estate laws, tax rules, and regulations vary by state and situation. Always consult with a qualified attorney, CPA, or other licensed professional before making any Real Estate or financial decisions.Connect with Courtney Fricke: Instagram: https://instagram.com/courtneyfrickeTikTok: https://tiktok.com/@courtney.fricke Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/courtneyfricke19/X: https://x.com/courtneyfricke YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@courtneyfrickeLinkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/courtney-fricke-705700149/ Website: www.CourtneyFricke.com for more resources.If you found this convo helpful, subscribe to Courtney's Podcasts with various co-hosts: The Strategic Success Podcast: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL_t1CjX04xMtnNcKPG5LvTh-1m2QVIrY4AI for REI Podcast: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL_t1CjX04xMvxWaWZ6RTzx_Bmfe2Cx2xHLouisiana Real Estate Talks Podcast: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL_t1CjX04xMsUc4TcAH_uyYDMPzzU6xRyMessy Money (Curative Title) Podcast: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL_t1CjX04xMtBIyWGIO5Mvi2FDn2f436N